Spelling Problems-Causes and What to do
Bonnie Terry, M. Ed explains the causes of spelling problems, how to find out what is causing the problem, and the type of spelling program that will address the problems. Video discusses the symptoms and causes of spelling problems. A parent writes in and asks, “My son is a horrible speller, I don’t know if this indicates a learning disability, like dyslexia, or just lazy.” She answers the cause could
Common Misconceptions About Dyslexia
Common Misconceptions About Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. The most common misconceptions about dyslexia revolve around people thinking that all dyslexic people read things backwards and that children with dyslexia are laxy and unmotivated. (1:14)
Types of Dyslexia
Types of Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Types of dyslexia include phonological dyslexia, orthographic dyslexia, dyscalculia and dysgraphia, all of which present difficulties in different areas of speech and reading. (2:18)
Is Dyslexia Hereditary?
Is Dyslexia Hereditary?. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Dyslexia is hereditary when it is a developmental type of dyslexia, as opposed to the acquired type of dyslexia that people can experience after an accident. (1:02)
Is Dyslexia Inherited?
Is Dyslexia Inherited?. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Dyslexia is inherited from parent to child when it is a developmental type of dyslexia, as opposed to the acquired type of dyslexia that people can experience after an accident. (1:01)
Is Dyslexia a Genetic Mutation?
Is Dyslexia a Genetic Mutation?. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Dyslexia is a genetic mutation that can be passed down from parent to child for many generations. Get facts about the hereditary qualities of dyslexia from a recognized scholar of dyslexia. (1:40)
What Parts of the Brain Does Dyslexia Affect?
What Parts of the Brain Does Dyslexia Affect?. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Dyslexia affects the development of the left temporal lobe in the brain that controls language, which lies just behind the ear. Find out how the brain develops with dyslexia from a recognized. (1:13)
Basic Information on Dyslexia
Basic Information on Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Dyslexia is a learning disability that affects language, speech, grammar and memory, manifesting as early as the ages of 3-5 years old. (2:13)
Preventing Dyslexia
Preventing Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Preventing dyslexia is impossible, as it is caused by a mutated gene affecting the development of the left temporal lobe of the brain, but early treatment helps reduce the impact of dyslexia in some. (1:48)
Psychological Theories on Dyslexia
Psychological Theories on Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Three psychological theories on dyslexia are prominent, dealing with phonological awareness, processing speed and orthography of the language. Discover three main theories on dyslexia. (2:52)
Treatment of Dyslexia With Exercises
Treatment of Dyslexia With Exercises. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Dyslexia is not directly treated with exercises, but other problems that may worsen the dyslexic symptoms, such as vision problems and clumsiness, can be remedied with therapy.(1:38)
Bad Treatments for Dyslexia
Bad Treatments for Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Bad treatments for dyslexia do not directly address the skills that are impaired by dyslexia, and therefore become less effective. Avoid ineffective dyslexia treatments with tips from a recognized expert. (1:23)
Overcoming Dyslexia
Overcoming Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Overcoming dyslexia involves a great deal of patience, time and commitment to achieve the same level of education as those without dyslexia. Learn about overcoming this condition from a recognized expert. (2:23)
Living With Dyslexia
Living With Dyslexia. Part of the series: Dyslexia. Living with dyslexia is an obstacle to overcome, but many have lead successful lives, such as Albert Einstein, Mark Twain and Leonardo Da Vinci. Concentrate on talents to live successfully with dyslexia. (2:47)
Elementary Education : How to Teach Spelling to Children With Dyslexia
When teaching a child with dyslexia to spell, it's important to understand that these children view words differently from others. Learn about breaking down words into components to help teach spelling with help from a state-certified teacher in this video on teaching spelling to dyslexic children. (01:32)
Expert: Ileana Padilla-Boyd
Contact: www.brightstartstutoring.com
Bio: Ileana Padilla-Boyd is the director of Bright Starts, an education service in south Florida.
Dualism, Descartes legacy - Part 2 Superstar Teacher Series, Produced by the Teaching Company, Lecturer is John Searle. Lecture is titled, “The Philosophy of Mind.” This set of lectures is about the Philosophy of Mind. This episode discusses the Cogito, "I think, therefore I am", but can be less ambiguously translated as "I am thinking, therefore I exist" or "I am thinking, on the account of being". The proof that each person is a thi
ThinkBlocks Tutorial: Metaphors and Similes
'Analogies are more than just things we might find on an SAT or college entrance exam. Analogies are foundational to our thinking. Using ThinkBlocks to reveal the structure and relationships of analogies, similes and metaphors will develop advanced thinking skills in children and adults.'
The Second Great Awakening In the USA
This video is accompanied by text. "At the turn of the nineteenth century, America was still a devotedly church-going nation. Most Americans felt a traditional religious faith to be the foundation of moral character, and many worried that over time the religious imperative would wane into token gestures and empty social structures. These concerns increased with news of the cruelties and excesses of the French Revolution done in the name of reason.
In 1795, Timothy Dwight became president
Investigating Wisconsin History-Handing Down Our Heritage
Handing Down Our Heritage - While visiting the Circus World Museum in Baraboo, Angie wonders how circus performers and other people learn things that are not written down or taught in school. As Angie investigates this mystery, she discovers that art, music, storytelling, and dance and other performing arts can provide history detectives with important clues. Students are introduced to Wisconsin's folk culture and encouraged to begin thinking about their own customs and traditions. Angie helps s
Learning Reading Skills-ADHD-Dyslexia Bonnie Terry, M. Ed. shows you how you can help children with dyslexia, ADD, ADHD, or learning disabilities improve reading fluency in just 5 minutes a day. The Reading Skills Pyramid illustrates that there are Author(s):
